Realizations

I have come to realize that a stay-at-home mom has the most difficult job. I regretfully admit I have been one of those people that has questioned what a mom "does do" at home with her kids - it can't be that hard... But I will be the one to tell you it is! Even my most difficult day in Corporate America does not compare to some of the days at home. I have an awesome opportunity that I thank God (and Troy) for every day. I wouldn't trade it for the world but I have said more prayers for patience the last 8 weeks than in my previous years of my life! I think the reason for that is in a corporate job you are invested physically and mentally but being a mom you are physically, mentally and emotionally involved. The emotional involvement is the most rewarding but can also be the most difficult. I am struggling to balance out the care of the twins and Allison. She is occassionally regressing with potty training or other forms of being naughty to get my attention. I hope to balance my time better and give her more individual attention. I am going to start this morning by taking her to the library for some books.

Bennett and Delaney had their 8 week well check up yesterday. They were given a clean bill of health. Bennett was 11 lbs 9 oz and Delaney was 10 lbs 9 oz. Bennett is in the 80th percentile for his height - no wonder he looks like he is wearing capris in one piece outfits. I think we better stick with shirt and pants outfits. Delaney is right around 50% for all her measurements. I think she will be a petite little gal - not like her big sister Allison, who is off the charts. I have to say the immunization shots were very hard on mom. Thank goodness for Ms. Lisa (their nurse) who consoled Bennett after his shots while I got Delaney ready for hers. Allison was hiding behind the examine table from their cries. My internal struggle was on who to console, hold, talk to, etc. during the process. I swear they give you the look like, "Mom, why are you letting them hurt me?" Bennett was pretty sleepy once he settled down but Delaney had a very sad day. She would be very sad if I wasn't holding her and if I would move even a small muscle she would wake with a start and cry again. They both seem to be doing better this morning. On Monday night they slept for 7 1/2 hours!!! I hope we can continue down that road and we will be sleeping through the night in a short time.